The 3rd Annual Ed Sheffer Ink & Iron Fest Is Coming In September

This year you can rock to the sounds of Dakota!

This yearly event is in memory of Ed Sheffer, the founder of Diversified Ink, who died in a motorcycle accident on June 16, 2020.

The 2024 date is set for the annual Ed Sheffer INK & IRON FEST, benefiting Maine Veterans.

Ed was a great friend to not only all of us here, but in the entire community, that's why this is such an important day.

Mark your calendars, because it all happens on Saturday, September 28th, from, 2pm–10pm, at Jeff’s Catering & Event Center, in Brewer. It is hosted by Diversified Ink, Forecastle Tattoo, and the Maine Veterans Project.

Enjoy a day filled with fun, excitement, and entertainment. They have everything you need to make this an unforgettable experience, from a tattoo contest to a vendor social, car and bike shows, and much more.

This unique and super-fun event, benefits local veterans in need, and features:

• Tattoo Contest with several categories
• Local Tattoo Artists
• Bike Show
• Car Show
• Local vendors
• Silent Auction

Live music by Nothing New and one of the most popular bands in the State of Maine, Dakota!

100% of proceeds go to the Maine Veterans Project!

The doors will open at 2, here is how the day of eents breaks down:

2:00 – 4:00pm Tattoo Contest

2:00 – 5:00pm Bike & Car Shows – Awards at 5pm

2:00 – 6:00pm Vendors & Silent Auction

4:00 – 6:00 Live Music by Nothing New

6:00 – 7:00 Tattoo Contest Awards Ceremony, then Silent Auction Winners Announced

8:00 – 11:00 Live Music by Dakota

The tattoo contest will feature the following categories:

Best Small Black & Gray
Best Large Black & Gray
Best Small Color
Best Large Color
Best Cover-Up
Best Military Themed
Veterans Only
Peoples Choice

There will be lots of great prizes for the winners!

You can find out more info, by checking out their website